On August 21, 1863, Lawrence, Kansas was attacked by a group of guerrillas led by William C. Quantrill. The attackers killed many of the town's men, robbed and burned many homes and businesses and left much of the town in ruins.
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		Town Destroyed
A Town Destroyed
Leader of the Raiders
William Quantrill, Leader of the Raiders
Survivors' Voices
Survivor's Voices

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